Naming of Shoshone River and Its Origins
The Stinking Water river in Wyoming earned its name from mineral spring odors noted by Indigenous peoples and settlers. In 1901 the Legislature officially renamed it Shoshone River.
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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1946
Page
15
The Stinking Water river in Wyoming earned its name from mineral spring odors noted by Indigenous peoples and settlers. In 1901 the Legislature officially renamed it Shoshone River.
Veterans should leverage service earned credits for education or job advancement. USAFI courses can translate to high school credits or upgrade tradesman status. counselors must inform and facilitate testing and evaluation. Kyle McKinnon, Clare County Selective Service Office, Clare Michigan, handles inquiries.
Mrs. Ida Weaver a long time Clare county resident and former Dover native, aged eighty four, was honored with an orchid on stage during a Flint Palace Theater matinee showing Breakfast in Hollywood. The event included a hat contest and a brief life Q and A by a WFDF announcer, with a kiss as tradition.
The article traces Chinese porcelain from early third century artistry to European hard paste porcelain. It highlights kaolin as the pure white clay, discovery of the secret by Germans in 1709, Meissen's 1710 founding as Europe’s porcelain capital, and later discoveries of similar clays in Saxony Limoges and Cornwall aiding true hard paste porcelain production.
Mrs Bola McDonel expresses gratitude to friends and the Bible Class at the Church of God Sunday School for fruit and sympathy cards during her sorrow.
A brief note notes a valuable asset referenced by visitors to the big Z community. It highlights local interest from business and community members in preserving an item of significance.
Dorothy M. Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Nat B H Smith of 919 McHwan St has been chosen as a member of the 1946 National Music Camp at Interlochen Michigan announced by Dr Joseph H Maddy president and director. The camp known for its Symphony a week features a 240 piece orchestra a 150 member band a 150 member choir and various workshops. Affiliated with the University of Michigan it offers courses in music art speech and physical education at the college level.
Mrs J W Davis dies after years of illness with pneumonia as cause. Services held at home and Arthur town hall with Rev Chas Kleinhardt officiating. burial in Arthur Cemetery attended by friends from Clare and vicinity. Grangers conducted grave services.
Clare Airport hosts a Piper Cub Safety Contest starting April 1 and running through September 30, 1946. Courtney K. Bauer sponsors the event, offering a bronze plated trophy for the pilot with the most logged Piper Cub flight hours, with entry forms at the airport.
Community appeal asks residents to donate yarn for men’s socks and yard material for project work. 81 yards of Birdseye fabric remain and 180 kit bags plus 480 infants’ mittens are needed. Contact Mrs Grace Frey at 824 for yarn and Mrs Herbert Randall at 348 for yard material.
The sender thanks Glaze City Fire Department and neighbors for services during a house fire at their home. Sincere appreciation is extended from Mi and Mia and Guy Hardy for the assistance received.
The Hospital Auxiliary holds a Jam Session at Central Michigan College auditorium at 7 30 p m and a benefit dance at Keeler Union ballroom. May 4 admission 5 cents for the session and 7 per couple for the dance. Tickets limited to 200 on sale May 3 at Clabueschs drug store the College Union or Miss Lucy Booth Mt Pleasant.
City of Clare Michigan announces general re registration under Michigan Election Law. Electors must re register 20 days before the General Fall Election. Clerk Alex McKinnon will register eligible residents at City Hall on Wednesday October 16 1946 from 8 am to 8 pm.
Mrs. D. W. Osborn expresses sincere thanks for cheery messages cards letters candy flowers and calls received during rapid recovery at Samaritan hospital in Bay City. She credits God for such friends and the support they gave.
Marguerite Shilling Garfield Township Clerk announces registration review and acceptance from May 1 to 4 1946 at the township hall daily 8 a m to 8 p m for qualified electors of Garfield Township Clare County Michigan.
A brief thank you from Lutille Bolle expresses appreciation for cards and gifts received while ill, extending gratitude to friends and neighbors for their support and well wishes.
Expresses sincere thanks to the iriands and neighbors for beautiful flowers and many nice cards received during a hospital stay. Mentions appreciation for the support from Mr Gudy-Puiltips.
Notice for Garfield township electors to discuss cemetery care. Meeting set for April 24 1946 at 8 09 pm in the township hall. Signed by Marguerite Shilling Township Clerk.
A community auction will be held on the vacant street between Kirkpatrick Drug Store and Doren's Grocery in Farwell on Saturday April 20. Interested sellers should list property with Arleigh Schofield at Schofield's Barber Shop on or before tomorrow evening with Jeff Wiley acting as auctioneer.
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